Bangaon - Lohaghat, Champawat
Bangaon is a village situated in the Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohaghat and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Chiriyadhunga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bangaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bangaon is 054261. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.74 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bangaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bangaon village had a total population of 175 people, including 82 males and 93 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,134 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.26%, with male literacy at 95.71% and female literacy at 67.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 175 | 82 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 67 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 15 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Bangaon
Bangaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bangaon
Bangaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Bangaon is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Bangaon is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bangaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bangaon
Where is Bangaon located?
Bangaon village is located in Lohaghat Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bangaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bangaon is Chiriyadhunga.
What is the pincode of Bangaon?
The pincode of Bangaon is 262524.
What is the population of Bangaon?
Bangaon had a total population of 175, including 82 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Bangaon?
Bangaon had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bangaon was 80.26%. Male literacy was 95.71% and female literacy was 67.07%.